Associate Manager, Global Corporate and Brand PR/Business Unit Communications

SC JOHNSON IS A FIFTH-GENERATION FAMILY COMPANY BUILT ON THE SPIRIT OF OUR PEOPLE. We have been leading with purpose for over 130 years, building iconic brands that win the hearts and minds of consumers – such as Raid®, Glade®, Ziploc® and more, in virtually every country around the world. Together, we are creating a better future – for the planet, for future generations and for every SCJ team member. Join our winning team of Wave Makers and Go Getters and help us write the next chapter in the SCJ story.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Associate Manager, Global Corporate and Brand PR and Business Unit Communications will work as part of the Corporate and Brand PR team and Business Unit Communications team. This role is global in scope, working directly with business unit marketing team members to provide brand public relations counsel and guidance, which includes governance counsel and direction in accordance with SC Johnson policies. Further, you will support issue and crisis management as needed. This role may also work in support of corporate/brand activations, including large scale partnerships.

In this role, you are responsible for developing and executing plans and content for external and internal audiences. You will also provide guidance and counsel to regional business leaders and functions, as and when appropriate, to ensure consistent and coherent communication of SCJ’s corporate narrative that strategically enhances and proactively protects the company’s image and reputation.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work with brand marketing teams to develop strategies for, and execution of, brand public relations

• Coordinate brand public relations activities at the direction of the Senior Director, or a Director, Global Corporate and Brand PR.

• Develop trusted relationships with business unit colleagues at multiple levels within the organization.

• Work effectively with agency partners on development and execution of brand PR activities.

• Support members of the Global Corporate and Brand PR group on development and execution of corporate brand activations.

• Work cooperatively with members of GCACS team on communications, community relations and government relations activities.

• Protect the SC Johnson corporate brand through understanding and application of corporate governance policies and practices in all public communications.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE YOU’LL BRING

• BA/BS degree in public relations, communications, marketing, or related field with 5+ years of public relations experience in corporate communications or PR agency, or advanced degree with 3+ years' experience of public relations in corporate communications or PR agency

PREFERRED EXPERIENCES AND SKILLS

• Excellent business, news and feature writing skills

• Experience in consumer products goods public relations, both strategy and execution. Agency experience a plus.

• Ability to find, build and tell brand-based stories

• Ability to provide strong counsel, handle conflict and understand need to escalate

• Ability to work closely with colleagues in different disciplines, including marketing, legal, and external agency partners

• A keen sense of business acumen and conversant in product marketing

• Experience working on programs and campaigns in global markets

• Takes into account other people’s perspectives and culture, in order to build trusting relationships, develop win-win solutions and resolve conflicts

• Ability to independently manage multiple priorities in a fast paced and deadline driven environment, with highest quality and quantitative outputs

• Maintains composure and high-performance standards in challenging situations

• Self-starter, proactive, able to work both independently and in team settings

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Full-time onsite in Racine, WI

• Remote work is available once per week for eligible employees.

BENEFITS AND PERKS

SC Johnson’s total compensation packages are at or above industry levels. In addition to salary, total packages may include bonuses, long-term incentives, matching 401(k) contributions and profit sharing based on company profitability, job level and years of service. As a family company, we’re committed to providing benefits such as subsidized health care plans, maternity/paternity/adoption leave, flexible work arrangements, vacation purchase options, counseling services and more.

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Inclusion & Diversity

We’re a global business, with people from every culture, ethnicity, race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age and ability. We recognize the breadth of human experience, and we work to celebrate it. It is our goal to build a diverse, inclusive and supportive work environment where all people can thrive.

We’re committed to ongoing efforts that help us attract, hire, and retain diverse talent who want to build a positive, inclusive environment. Read more about our ongoing initiatives at https://jobs.scjohnson.com/inclusion.

Better Together

At SC Johnson, we strive to create a positive, inclusive and unique workplace. We strongly believe SCJ people are able to achieve their best when they can collaborate and work together in person.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The policy of the Company is to ensure equal opportunity for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, gender identity, gender expression, disability, citizenship, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in any active or reserve component of the U.S. or state military forces, genetic history or information or any other category protected by law.

Accommodation Requests

If you are an individual with a disability and you need an accommodation or other assistance during the application process, please call our Human Resources department at 262-260-3343 or email your request to SCJHR@scj.com. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Download the EEO is the Law poster for more information.